8171, The Benazir Income Support Programme is one of the Pakistan major and social welfare protection programme, started by the Government of Pakistan. The main aim of introducing this scheme is to support the low-income families in Pakistan. 2026 BISP 8171 New Payment Schedule has been introduced by the Government of Pakistan. It’s also providing the financial assistance to the low-income families, and millions of the families are deserving this assistance in Pakistan. In this article, we will provide the complete details about the BISP 8171 payment programme, and the schedule of the payment, eligibility criteria, and registration process, and how to apply and complete next updates.

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What is 8171 BISP Payment?

The 8171 BISP refers as the Government SMS Code that are allow the eligible benificeries to received their financial assistance Under the benazir khafalat Support Programme.

The programme Supports the families With:

• families basic monthly expenses.
• Giving food security to low-income families.
• house hold basic expenses.
• childrens basic health and basic expenses.

The main aim of introducing this schemes is to support the womens of pakistan and assistance reached to the poor household womens.

The 8171 Is directly linked to your cnic number and to check your payment eligibility and registration and your payment status in BISP.

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2026 BISP Payment Schedule

Payment Amount

• In 2026 the families Eligible Under This Scheme is Received an amount of 13500 at the every quater of the year as the annoucement of Government of pakistan.
• The amount is design by the Government of Pakistan to support the low income families againest rising the inflation and economic challanges in pakistan.

Payment Dates

• According to the announcement of the Government of Pakistan, BISP payments have started from 26 January 2026.
• Different districts have different payment dates to avoid crowds at banks and payment centers in Pakistan.

🏙️ District	🟢 Payment Start	🔴 Payment End
🏛️ Lahore	10 Jan 2026	15 Jan 2026
🏭 Faisalabad	12 Jan 2026	17 Jan 2026
🌆 Multan	14 Jan 2026	19 Jan 2026
🏰 Rawalpindi	16 Jan 2026	21 Jan 2026

Eligibility Criteria

To apply in this programs first you meet the following criteria:

• To apply for this scheme, you must be registered in the NSER (National Socio-Economic Registry).
• To apply for this scheme, you must be registered in the NSER (National Socio-Economic Registry).
• To apply for this scheme, you must have a valid CNIC.
• To apply for this scheme, your current and previous payments must be cleared and up to date.

Check Payments via 8171 SMS Service

How to Check Payment Status via SMS

• First of all, open your mobile SMS application and type your 13-digit CNIC number without dashes.
• Then send it to 8171.
• You will receive an instant SMS with your payment details, eligibility, and payment status.

Only SMS From the 8171 Is the are official and the response from another number may be fake.

Online Payment Check

You Can Also Check Your payment Status through the official Web Portal of 8171

• First of all, visit the official 8171 website.
• Then enter your 13-digit CNIC number.
• Then fill in the CAPTCHA.
• Click on “Check Status” to view your current payment status and your eligibility in the Ehsaas program.

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Methods to Receive Payments

Authorized Payment Channels

• BISP payment camps are held in local areas.
• Authorized banks by the Government, including HBL, Bank Alfalah, and JazzCash agents.
• Biometric verification, including thumb scanning with CNIC.
• Digital wallet payments are transferred where available.

Security Measures

• Payments require biometric verification to ensure the assistance reaches the right beneficiaries and to reduce the chances of fraud and scams.

Latest Updates 2026

Payment Increase

• In 2026, the Government of Pakistan increased the payment to PKR 14,500 to help low-income families cope with rising inflation.

Digital Wallet Integration

• The new methods of digital payments through JazzCash and Easypaisa have also been introduced, helping to reduce the chances of fraud and scams.

HelpLine

• BISP 8171 Helpline: 0800-22577.
• SMS Service: Send your 13-digit CNIC to 8171.

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Conclusion

The BISP new payment 2026 is a vital financial support program for the people of Pakistan, started by the Government of Pakistan for the deserving families of Pakistan, ensuring that the safely and timely assistance. Beneficiaries can also check their payment status through sending their 13-digit CNIC number to 8171, and through the official web portal of the government. Payments are authorized through the camps, banks, and digital wallets to the candidates. To get any type of help, such as registration, eligibility, and payment issue, then contact the official Helpline of the Ehsaas at 0800-22577. To avoid any type of fraud, always use the official helpline and channels of governments, and ensure that your assistance reaches you safely.